Author: Donovan Scherer

Studio Moonfall presents the Kenosha Book Festival!

Join us in celebrating stories as we bring together readers and writers for a weekend of fun with our Kenosha Book Festival: Year Zero at Studio Moonfall and beyond.

Events begin on Free Book Friday, August 26th

Friday, August 26th
• Kenosha Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting – 11am at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue
• Free Book Friday

Saturday, August 27th
• Indie Author Sneak Peek at Kenosha Harbor Market
• Extended Store Hours 4pm to 9pm

Sunday, August 28th
• Kenosha Book Festival: Year Zero – 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall
Over 20 Guest Authors!
Huge $1 Used Book Sale – or bring a canned good for the Shalom Center!

Guest authors include:
Al Lytle
Aliyah Jackson
Bob Katzman
D. Lieber
Debbie Oas
Greta Kelly
Janette Hill
Joe Campolo
Kaitlyn Bolyard
Keith Robinson
Kyra Cheese
Marc McGowan
Meg Bonney
Michelle Novak
MP McDonald
Nolan Cochran
Sharon Angelici
Ties That Bind
Toi Blaiser
T.R. Nickel

Other Stuff!
• Back to School Raffle
• A to ZomBean Raffle
• Final Day of the Artist Alley Stamp Card

Stay tuned to www.KenoshaBookFestival.com for updates and more!

Join us August 21st from 10am to 2pm with Author D. Lieber and Artist Scaley the Dino!

D. Lieber is an urban fantasy, sci-fi, and romance author with a wanderlust that would make a butterfly envious. When she isn’t planning her next physical adventure, she’s recklessly jumping from one fictional world to another. Her love of reading led her to earn a Bachelor’s in English from Wright State University.

Beyond her skeptic and slightly pessimistic mind, Lieber wants to believe. She has been many places—from Canada to England, France to Italy, Germany to Russia—believing that a better world comes from putting a face on “other.” She is a romantic idealist at heart, always fighting to keep her feet on the ground and her head in the clouds.

D. Lieber lives in Wisconsin with her husband (John) and cats (Yin and Nox). Learn more at https://www.dlieber.com

Scaley the Dino is an up and coming artist cranking out creature after creature on Instagram.

Find them all at https://www.instagram.com/scaley_the_dino/

Sunday, August 21st from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

8/28 – The Kenosha Book Festival (oh my gosh it’s getting closer?)

Join us August 14th from 10am to 2pm with Author T.R. Nickel and Artist Luke Daab!

T R Nickel is more known by her family and friends for her intense imagination and desire to make others smile. Since a young child, living in the state of cheese, she has been fascinated with books and the craziness that goes into creating something so magical. Starting off with writing poems that she would jot down into a tiny bright yellow memo pad, grew an intense passion to create and fill a world with her own craziness.

Come out to celebrate her brand new book, Apparatus from Aruna!

Learn more at https://www.trnickel.com

Luke is a professional artist and illustrator in the Chicagoland area. As a contract Art Director on the McDonald’s Happy Meal Account, Luke has worked with Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Hasbro, Tonka, Dreamworks, and Sony Pictures. He has experience in book design, branding systems, communication design, character design, game design, and toy design. 

Check out his work at https://www.daabcreative.com

Sunday, August 15th from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

8/21 – Author D. Lieber with Artist Scaley the Dino

8/28 – The Kenosha Book Festival (oh my gosh it’s getting closer?)

Join us August 7th from 10am to 2pm with Author Aliyah Jackson and Artist Jason Hedman

Planting Gardens on the Moon is the first full length poetry collection by Aliyah Jackson. It centers around themes of depression, isolation, and the uncertainties behind the refuge in religion, spirituality and interpersonal relationships.

In Planting Gardens on the Moon, Aliyah Jackson tills the fertile soil of her experiences, her fears, and the quiet that eludes her mind to expose it to the light. With no words wasted, each poem is like its own vignette where you are sure to find the details of your own journey.

Learn more about all the things she’s doing at https://bio.fm/aliyahjanay

And here’s from our guest artist, Jason Hedman:

All my life I have been driven to create – whether it be a painting, a song, a podcast, a good meal – I live to create. Currently I am working with acrylics on canvas which I then have affordable prints made (starting at just $5). My recent work can best be described as sometimes classical, sometimes modern, sometimes childish, sometimes offensive, sometimes thought provoking, sometimes nostalgic and fun, and sometimes filthy. But at least never boring.

Check out his work before this weekend at https://www.facebook.com/jasonhedmanart

Sunday, August 7th from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

8/14 – Author T.R. Nickel and Artist Luke Daab (Daab Creative)

8/21 – Author D. Lieber with Artist Scaley the Dino

8/28 – The Kenosha Book Festival (oh my gosh it’s getting closer?)

Join us July 31st from 10am to 2pm with Special Guests Ties That Bind Publishing and Artist Olivia Rombak!

Ties That Bind Publishing is a family-owned and operated publishing agency. Husband and wife, William and LaTia had always talked about their dreams of writing stories. Initially, about their own adventurous lives; and with the arrival of their son in 2017, the dreams grew! With LaTia’s love for reading, writing & poetry, William’s uncanny storytelling & their son CJ’s comedic and charismatic personality, they knew it was a must to make their dreams a reality.

Learn more and see what they’re making at https://www.tiesthatbindpublishing.com

And speaking of what they’re making, we have Olivia Rombak along for the day as well! Olivia has not only help bring Ties That Bind’s character to illustrated life but has worked for the past two years at Studio Moonfall as one of our glorious Moonfall Minions!

Come check out her watercolor wonders this weekend. Get a sneak peek at https://www.instagram.com/oledrombak_art/

Sunday, July 31st from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS
8/7 – Poet/Author Aliyah Jackson and Artist Jason Hedman
8/14 – Author T.R. Nickel and Artist Luke Daab (Daab Creative)
8/21 – Authors Meg Bonney and Greta Kelly with Artist Scaley the Dino
8/28 – The Kenosha Book Festival (what is that??)

Join us July 24th from 10am to 2pm with local fantasy author Bradley Beaulieu (12pm-2pm) and Inthreadable Designs!

Bradley P. Beaulieu began writing his first fantasy novel in college, but in the way of these things, it was set aside as life intervened. As time went on, though, Brad realized that his love of writing and telling tales wasn’t going to just slink quietly into the night. The drive to write came back full force in the early 2000s, at which point Brad dedicated himself to the craft, writing several novels and learning under the guidance of writers like Nancy Kress, Joe Haldeman, Tim Powers, Holly Black, Michael Swanwick, Kij Johnson, and many more.

Brad and his novels have garnered many accolades and most anticipated lists, including two Hotties–the Debut of the Year and Best New Voice–on Pat’s Fantasy Hotlist, a Gemmell Morningstar Award nomination for The Winds of Khalakovo and more.

Get a peek at his books before the event at https://www.amazon.com/Bradley-P-Beaulieu/e/B004C1TZ04/

Inthreadable Designs is back to Studio Moonfall with all sorts of new crafty creations! Check out all the new things she’s working on at https://www.facebook.com/SimplyInthreadable

Sunday, July 24th from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS
7/31 – Ties That Bind Publishing
8/7 – Poet/Author Aliyah Jackson and Artist Jason Hedman
8/14 – Author T.R. Nickel and Artist Luke Daab (Daab Creative)
8/21 – Authors Meg Bonney and Greta Kelly
8/28 – The Kenosha Book Festival (what is that??)

Join us July 17th from 10am to 2pm for the Moonfall Market!

This week, we’vre hijacking talent from Milwaukee and getting a taste of Tea’s Weird Week with Tea Krulos along with artist David Beyer.

Tea Krulos is a freelance journalist and author from Milwaukee, WI. Some of his favorite subjects to explore include subcultures and social movements, weird news, the paranormal, and strange personalities. He also writes about local art and entertainment, lifestyle, and food/drink for publications like Milwaukee Magazine, Shepherd Express, and Milwaukee Record. His five non-fiction books are American Madness, Wisconsin Legends & Lore, Apocalypse Any Day Now, Monster Hunters, and Heroes in the Night. He’s also been published in magazines like Fortean Times and Scandinavian Traveler and writes a weekly column called “Tea’s Weird Week” at teakrulos.com.

Krulos was awarded a Gold Milwaukee Press Club Excellence in Journalism Award in 2021 in the “short hard news feature” category for an article he wrote for Milwaukee Magazine on “citizen journalists” titled “Reporting Live From the Street.” His book American Madness won the National Indie Excellence Book Award in the “Current Events” category. His book Monster Hunters was a finalist in the 2015 Midwest Book Awards.

And dropping in from the midwest’s comic cons, we’ve got David Beyer! I’d say more but couldn’t find a bio to steal from the internet 😀

Get a glimpse of his art at https://www.instagram.com/davidbeyerjr/

As is the way of things for Sundays at Studio Moonfall, load up on $5 for 5 Used Books. And be sure to get your weekly stamp on your Artist Alley stamp card!

Every time you come to our Sunday Moonfall Market, collect a stamp while you’re here. Once you get five stamps, you’ll be eligible to get your hands on a $100 Studio Moonfall Gift Card!!

Sunday, July 17th from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

Join us July 10th from 10am to 2pm for the Moonfall Market!

This week, we’re jumping into the deep end of self-publishing with author Luke Morris and guest publisher, Dire Need Zine.

Luke Morris is the author of Hello, Halloween (which I illustrated), along with all sorts of other good stuff. Here’s his bio!

When he’s not writing weird fiction, Luke J. Morris teaches high school English and Creative Writing, trains Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reads comic books and horror novels, and spends time with his wife, five kids, and two cats. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy, an M.A. in Creative Writing, and a black belt in JKD/MMA, which makes him feel undeservedly special. A native of cold Chicago, he now lives in the blistering heat of Phoenix, Arizona. See his weird work at lukejmorris.com

Dire Need Zine inspires to create a platform showcasing underground artworks, poetry, and music to those in the Midwest region. Check out their work at https://www.facebook.com/direneedzine

As is the way of things for Sundays at Studio Moonfall, load up on $5 for 5 Used Books. And be sure to get your weekly stamp on your Artist Alley stamp card!

Every time you come to our Sunday Moonfall Market, collect a stamp while you’re here. Once you get five stamps, you’ll be eligible to get your hands on a $100 Studio Moonfall Gift Card!!

Sunday, July 10th from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

Join us July 3rd from 10am to 2pm for our super amazing holiday shindigapalooza!!!

Along with the parade and fireworks that the city is putting on to honor the presence of Studio Moonfall, we’ll be hosting all sorts of cool guests. Here’s who’s coming along.

Author Jessie Rose – https://www.amazon.com/Jessie-Rose/e/B06XZRMFHW/
Author Debra Oas – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W1WLR8V/
Eco Art – https://www.jojosanime.com/
Crafting Owl Gifts – https://www.facebook.com/CraftingOwlGifts
The Little Big Top Fun Co. – https://www.facebook.com/Thelittlebigtop
The Steampunk General Store – https://www.facebook.com/SteampunkPaulLittle
Hydn Cheese – https://www.facebook.com/HydnCheese

Along with all these awesome people, the Moonfall Minions will be bringing some of their own art and helping out with the HUGE selection of used books which will be on sale all week until the event. $5 for 5 books!!!

And if you haven’t seen it yet, we also have our Artist Alley stamp card. Every time you come to our Sunday Moonfall Market, collect a stamp while you’re here. Once you get five stamps, you’ll be eligible to get your hands on a $100 Studio Moonfall Gift Card!!

This will also be our FINAL day with Hydn Cheese so be sure to get at least a dozen sandwiches for yourself while they’re here. And if you know somebody with a taco truck, let me know.

Sunday, July 3rd from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

Join us June 26th from 10am to 2pm with local authors Al Lytle and Toi Blasier with artist Frank Lopez!

Here’s a sneak peek at Al and Toi’s Gate of Divinity series:

After the first war in Heaven, Lucifer’s defeat and banishment was all but definitive. While peace reigned for a millennium, the Father of Lies dwelled in the void of the Pits of Hell. Fueled by vengeance and blinded by his destiny during his imprisonment, Lucifer plotted against those who would stand in his way. Upon his release, Lucifer sets off a series of events that draws the attention of a handful of angels as Heaven remains skeptical of any danger. In an unsanctioned mission to thwart Lucifer’s plans, a small group of angels set off on their own. Do they have the fortitude to endure Hell’s forces and convince Heaven or will Lucifer threaten all of creation?

Learn more at https://gatesofdivinity.wordpress.com/

For the super cool artwork of Frank Lopez, check out Roksteady Design at https://www.instagram.com/roksteady.design/

So, stop by this Sunday to meet our special guests and see the things they’re making. Be sure to say hi to the Moonfall Minions and grab a sandwich from Hydn Cheese while you’re here!

Sunday, June 26th from 10am to 2pm at Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue 

Find event details and sign up at https://www.facebook.com/studiomoonfall/events/

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

7/3 – Authors Jessie Rose and Debra Oas with artist/designers Eco Art and Crafting Owl Gifts AND special appearances by the Steampunk General Store and Little Big Top Fun Co.!

7/10 – Author Luke Morris (who I made the book Hello, Halloween with) and special guest Dire Need Zine